A Time of Hope in a World of Deceit (Then and Now)

Matthew 2:7-8

With recent events in Israel, one might think that division and deceit in that region is unprecedented, but that is incorrect.  Governmental authorities often try to use (and abuse) the Word for their own ends.  They do so now, and they did then as well.  So, how do we fight that deceit?  Answer: study the Word of God and talk to Christians about things occurring now and compare to then.

Questions for further thought:
1. Do you know anyone who’s confused on recent events in the Holy Land?
2. What do you make of similar efforts of political deceit back in the time when Christ was born?

​Challenge: We are all prone to deceit and disinformation about any number of subjects in our world.  We need clarity that only the Spirit can provide so we are not deceived, whether now or back in ancient times when our Lord was born.  Pray for that clarity today.